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Dianthus
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Dianthus (Pinks) A longstanding favorite, Dianthus (dy-AN-thus), or pinks, are long-blooming, salt tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant per...
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Azalea/Rhododendron
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Azalea/Rhododendron As the snow finally melts away, fall-planted bulbs and spring ephemerals breathe new life into the outdoors, ushering...
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Asclepias
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Asclepias (Milkweed) Asclepias (as-KLE-pee-us), or milkweed, belong to the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, and are largely native to North Am...
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Common Perennial Garden Pests
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Common Perennial Garden Pests In any garden, it is inevitable to have an unwanted visitor or two from time to time. While some insect feed...
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Common Perennial Garden Diseases
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Common Perennial Garden Diseases Though perennials are tremendously hardy and beautiful plants, thriving once established with routine car...
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Juglone Tolerant Perennials and Shrubs
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Juglone Tolerant Perennials and Shrubs(Compatible with Black Walnut and Hickory Trees) Juglone is an allelopathic chemical produced by all...
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Deer and Rabbit Resistant Perennials and Shrubs
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Deer and Rabbit Resistant Perennials and Shrubs Interested wildlife can be kept away from perennials with harmless repellent options that...
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Drought and Wet Tolerant Perennials
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Drought and Wet Tolerant Perennials Though many gardeners dream of a landscape of rich, well-drained, evenly moist soil and perfect sun f...
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Hydrangea 101
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Hydrangea 101 With their elegant blooms and timeless appearance, hydrangeas are an iconic garden staple right at home in any garden space,...
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